Ingredients:

4 (4 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks, trimmed (1 inch thick)

Creole Spice Rub

1 teaspoon dry mustard

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon sage

1 teaspoon dried thyme

3⁄4 teaspoon salt

1⁄2 teaspoon cumin

1⁄2 teaspoon ground red pepper

1⁄2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

1. 1. Combine rub ingredients. Rub evenly over steaks.
2. 2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add steaks to pan; cook 4 minutes on each or until desired degree of doneness. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.

Bon Appetit!